CPS532
Collimated Laser Module
Power Supply Not Included
Application Idea
Adjustable-Focus Laser Module Mounted in a KM100 Using an AD11NT Adapter
Elliptical or Round Beam Profiles
The CPS1 includes both a USB-to-Micro-USB cable and a custom USB-to-Phono cable.
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These phono-jack-equipped laser modules are available in either collimated or adjustable-focus varieties and provide output powers ranging from 0.85 mW to 4.5 mW (laser safety Class 2 or 3R depending on the model). Each module has an output beam shape that is either elliptical or round, as indicated in the tables below. These modules, which offer single-spatial-mode output and a compact cylindrical housing, are ideal for use as alignment lasers in optical systems.
All CPS laser modules are driven in constant-power mode, with feedback from an internal photodiode used to maintain the optical output power. As these products are not thermally stabilized, their optical output power may fluctuate slightly during operation.
Power Supply Options
Each module requires a 5 VDC power supply (not included) to operate. We offer the CPS1 External Battery Pack as well as the DS5 Wall Outlet Power Adapters below. The external battery pack requires the use of a USB-to-phono plug, included with each CPS1 battery pack, and the DS5 power supply requires the use of the CPSA Adapter Cable.
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Alternatively, a male 2.5 mm phono plug is included with each CPS laser module for customers who wish to wire their own power supply. These modules have either an 18" (457 mm) or 24" (610 mm) long cable with a female 2.5 mm phono socket for connection to a power supply.
Mounting Options
The Ø8 mm and Ø11 mm housings are compatible with our line of optomechanical components through the use of various mounting adapters, as shown in the images above. Depending on the adapter chosen, these laser modules can be directly mounted into either internally SM1-threaded (1.035"-40) components or mechanics with a Ø1" bore. Further details on each adapter and its compatibility with our line of optomechanics can be found below.
Thorlabs also offers a Mini-Series kinematic mount for Ø11 mm laser modules. This kinematic mount is among our smallest kinematic mounts available and features 4-40 (M3) taps for mounting onto our Ø6 mm Mini-Series posts.
In addition, we offer mounting kits - which include a KM100T kinematic mount, post, post holder, base, and 5 VDC power supply - for an all-in-one mounting solution for these modules. Please note that the knurled knob used for focus adjustment on the CPS635F, CPS650F, and CPS670F laser modules is too large for the mounting adapter bore. This knob can be unthreaded to mount the diode module in the same manner as the collimated versions. Make sure to loosen the setscrews locking the knob in place before unthreading; not doing so can damage the threading. Alternatively, the module can be mounted by threading the cord and phono plug through the adapter first.
Safe practices and proper usage of safety equipment should be taken into consideration when operating lasers. The eye is susceptible to injury, even from very low levels of laser light. Thorlabs offers a range of laser safety accessories that can be used to reduce the risk of accidents or injuries. Laser emission in the visible and near infrared spectral ranges has the greatest potential for retinal injury, as the cornea and lens are transparent to those wavelengths, and the lens can focus the laser energy onto the retina.
Lasers are categorized into different classes according to their ability to cause eye and other damage. The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is a global organization that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic, and related technologies. The IEC document 60825-1 outlines the safety of laser products. A description of each class of laser is given below:
Class | Description | Warning Label |
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1 | This class of laser is safe under all conditions of normal use, including use with optical instruments for intrabeam viewing. Lasers in this class do not emit radiation at levels that may cause injury during normal operation, and therefore the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) cannot be exceeded. Class 1 lasers can also include enclosed, high-power lasers where exposure to the radiation is not possible without opening or shutting down the laser. | ![]() |
1M | Class 1M lasers are safe except when used in conjunction with optical components such as telescopes and microscopes. Lasers belonging to this class emit large-diameter or divergent beams, and the MPE cannot normally be exceeded unless focusing or imaging optics are used to narrow the beam. However, if the beam is refocused, the hazard may be increased and the class may be changed accordingly. | ![]() |
2 | Class 2 lasers, which are limited to 1 mW of visible continuous-wave radiation, are safe because the blink reflex will limit the exposure in the eye to 0.25 seconds. This category only applies to visible radiation (400 - 700 nm). | ![]() |
2M | Because of the blink reflex, this class of laser is classified as safe as long as the beam is not viewed through optical instruments. This laser class also applies to larger-diameter or diverging laser beams. | ![]() |
3R | Class 3R lasers produce visible and invisible light that is hazardous under direct and specular-reflection viewing conditions. Eye injuries may occur if you directly view the beam, especially when using optical instruments. Lasers in this class are considered safe as long as they are handled with restricted beam viewing. The MPE can be exceeded with this class of laser; however, this presents a low risk level to injury. Visible, continuous-wave lasers in this class are limited to 5 mW of output power. | ![]() |
3B | Class 3B lasers are hazardous to the eye if exposed directly. Diffuse reflections are usually not harmful, but may be when using higher-power Class 3B lasers. Safe handling of devices in this class includes wearing protective eyewear where direct viewing of the laser beam may occur. Lasers of this class must be equipped with a key switch and a safety interlock; moreover, laser safety signs should be used, such that the laser cannot be used without the safety light turning on. Laser products with power output near the upper range of Class 3B may also cause skin burns. | ![]() |
4 | This class of laser may cause damage to the skin, and also to the eye, even from the viewing of diffuse reflections. These hazards may also apply to indirect or non-specular reflections of the beam, even from apparently matte surfaces. Great care must be taken when handling these lasers. They also represent a fire risk, because they may ignite combustible material. Class 4 lasers must be equipped with a key switch and a safety interlock. | ![]() |
All class 2 lasers (and higher) must display, in addition to the corresponding sign above, this triangular warning sign. | ![]() |
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Item # | CPS405 | CPS450 | CPS520a | CPS532b | CPS532-C2 |
Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Wavelength (Typical) | 405 nm | 450 nm | 520 nm | 532 nm | 532 nm |
Power (Typical) | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW | 0.9 mW |
Laser Safety Class | 3R | 3R | 3R | 3R | 2 |
Beam Shapec (Click for Profile) |
3.8 mm x 1.8 mm | 3.2 mm x 1.0 mm | 4.6 mm x 1.7 mm | Ø3.5 mm | Ø3.5 mm |
Housing Dimensions | Ø11.0 mm x 40 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 40 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 40 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 72.8 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 72.8 mm |
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Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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CPS405 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 405 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $224.51 | Today |
CPS450 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 450 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $257.77 | Today |
CPS520 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 520 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $224.51 | Today |
CPS532 | Collimated Laser-Diode-Pumped DPSS Laser Module, 532 nm, 4.5 mW, Round Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $188.88 | Today |
CPS532-C2 | Collimated Laser-Diode-Pumped DPSS Laser Module, 532 nm, 0.9 mW, Round Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $188.88 | Today |
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Item # | CPS635Ra | CPS635 | CPS635S | CPS635Fb |
Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Adjustable |
Wavelength (Typical) | 635 nm | 635 nm | 635 nm | 635 nm |
Power (Typical) | 1.2 mW | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW |
Laser Safety Class | 3R | 3R | 3R | 3R |
Beam Shapec (Click for Profile) |
Ø2.9 mm | 4.5 mm x 1.0 mm | 3.8 mm x 1.2 mm | Collimated 5.0 mm x 1.9 mm |
Housing Dimensions | Ø11.0 mm x 58.0 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 40.0 mm | Ø8.0 mm x 30 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 54 mm |
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Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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CPS635R | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 635 nm, 1.2 mW, Round Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $106.91 | Today |
CPS635 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 635 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $105.44 | Today |
CPS635S | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 635 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø8 mm Housing | $99.50 | Today |
CPS635F | Adjustable Focus Laser Diode Module, 635 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $121.17 | Today |
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Item # | CPS650Fa | CPS670Fa | CPS780S |
Type | Adjustable | Adjustable | Fixed |
Wavelength (Typical) | 650 nm | 670 nm | 780 nm |
Power (Typical) | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW | 2.5 mW |
Laser Safety Class | 3R | 3R | 3R |
Beam Shapeb (Click for Profile) |
Collimated 5.0 mm x 2.4 mm |
Collimated 5.0 mm x 2.4 mm |
3.8 mm x 1.6 mm |
Housing Dimensions | Ø11.0 mm x 54 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 54 mm | Ø8.0 mm x 30 mm |
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Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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CPS650F | Focus Adjustable Laser Diode Module, 650 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $121.17 | Today |
CPS670F | Adjustable Focus Laser Diode Module, 670 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $137.80 | Today |
CPS780S | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 780 nm, 2.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø8 mm Housing | $118.80 | Today |
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Item # | CPS830 | CPS830S |
Type | Fixed | Fixed |
Wavelength (Typical) | 830 nm | 830 nm |
Power (Typical) | 3.0 mW | 3.0 mW |
Laser Safety Class | 3R | 3R |
Beam Shapea (Click for Profile) |
4.4 mm x 1.1 mm | 4.0 mm x 1.3 mm |
Housing Dimensions | Ø11.0 mm x 40 mm | Ø8.0 mm x 30 mm |
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Item # | CPS850 | CPS850S | CPS980 | CPS980S |
Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Wavelength (Typical) | 850 nm | 850 nm | 980 nm | 980 nm |
Power (Typical) | 3.5 mW | 3.5 mW | 4.5 mW | 4.5 mW |
Laser Safety Class | 3R | 3R | 3R | 3R |
Beam Shapea (Click for Profile) |
4.5 mm x 1.2 mm | 3.8 mm x 1.5 mm | 3.8 mm x 1.8 mm | 3.8 mm x 1.8 mm |
Housing Dimensions | Ø11.0 mm x 40 mm | Ø8.0 mm x 30 mm | Ø11.0 mm x 40 mm | Ø8.0 mm x 30 mm |
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Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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CPS830 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 830 nm, 3.0 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $124.73 | Today |
CPS830S | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 830 nm, 3.0 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø8 mm Housing | $124.73 | Today |
CPS850 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 850 nm, 3.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $124.73 | Today |
CPS850S | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 850 nm, 3.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø8 mm Housing | $124.73 | 7-10 Days |
CPS980 | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 980 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø11 mm Housing | $119.97 | Today |
CPS980S | Collimated Laser Diode Module, 980 nm, 4.5 mW, Elliptical Beam, Ø8 mm Housing | $119.97 | Today |
These adapters are available for those wishing to mount the laser module housing into SM1 (1.035"-40) lens tubes, 30 mm cage systems, Ø1/2" posts, or Ø1/2" or Ø1" mounts. Please see the application photos in the Overview tab for more details. The AD8F and AD11F are also offered as part of a series of mounting kits; see below for details.
The KAD8F, KAD8NT, KAD11F, and KAD11NT Adapters provide ±6° of pitch and yaw adjustment. Two 80 TPI fine adjustment screws on the front plate of the adapter control the pitch and yaw position and can be turned using a 5/64" (2.0 mm) hex key.
Please note that the knurled knob used for focus adjustment on the CPS635F, CPS650F, and CPS670F laser modules is too large for the mounting adapter bore. This knob can be unthreaded to mount the module in the same manner as the collimated versions, as shown in the animation to the right. Please make sure to loosen the setscrews locking the knob in place before unthreading; not doing so can damage the threading. Alternatively, the module can be mounted by threading the cord and phono plug through the adapter first.
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Item # | AD8F | KAD8F | KAD8NT | AD11BA | AD11F | AD11NT | KAD11F | KAD11NT |
Description | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter |
Externally SM1-Threaded Kinematic Adapter with Pitch and Yaw Adjustment |
Unthreaded Kinematic Adapter with a 1" Outer Diameter and Pitch and Yaw Adjustment | Unthreaded Adapter with a 1/2" Outer Diameter | Externally SM1-Threaded Adapter |
Unthreaded Adapter with a 1" Outer Diameter | Externally SM1-Threaded Kinematic Adapter with Pitch and Yaw Adjustment |
Unthreaded Kinematic Adapter with a 1" Outer Diameter and Pitch and Yaw Adjustment |
Diode Module Housing Diameter | 8 mm | 11 mm |
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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AD8F | SM1-Threaded Adapter for Ø8 mm, ≥0.35" (8.9 mm) Long Cylindrical Components | $33.56 | Today |
KAD8F | SM1-Threaded Kinematic Pitch/Yaw Adapter for Ø8 mm Cylindrical Components | $72.77 | Today |
KAD8NT | Ø1" Kinematic Pitch/Yaw Adapter for Ø8 mm Cylindrical Components | $69.21 | 7-10 Days |
AD11BA | Ø1/2" Unthreaded Adapter for Ø11 mm Cylindrical Components | $23.04 | Today |
AD11F | SM1-Threaded Adapter for Ø11 mm, ≥0.35" (8.9 mm) Long Cylindrical Components | $33.85 | Today |
AD11NT | Customer Inspired! Ø1" Unthreaded Adapter for Ø11 mm Cylindrical Components | $26.73 | Today |
KAD11F | SM1-Threaded Kinematic Pitch/Yaw Adapter for Ø11 mm Cylindrical Components | $76.61 | Today |
KAD11NT | Ø1" Kinematic Pitch/Yaw Adapter for Ø11 mm Cylindrical Components | $72.77 | Today |
Thorlabs' Mini-Series Kinematic Mount for Cylindrical Components is our most compact solution for mounting the Ø11 mm laser modules sold above. This two-adjuster kinematic mount features a nominal 0.79" x 0.52" (20.0 mm x 13.2 mm) footprint, which is the same as our Mini-Series kinematic mirror mounts. Cylindrical components are secured at three points using a nylon-tipped locking screw and a double-bored mounting hole. Both the nylon-tipped setscrew and the two M2.5 x 0.20 adjuster screws accept a 0.050" (1.3 mm) hex key (not included).
For ease of adjustment, we recommend using the 0.050" hex key thumbscrews. We also offer a locking collar and spanner wrench for locking the adjuster screws in a desired position or for creating a hard stop.
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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MK11F/M | Mini-Series Kinematic Mount for Ø11 mm Cylindrical Components, M3 Taps | $104.82 | Today |
MK11F | Mini-Series Kinematic Mount for Ø11 mm Cylindrical Components, 4-40 Taps | $104.82 | Today |
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Item # | CPSK2 | |||
Laser Module Mounting Adapter |
AD8F | AD11F | ||
Kinematic Mirror Mount |
KM100T | |||
Ø1/2" Post | TR3 | TR75/M | TR3 | TR75/M |
Ø1/2" Post Holder | PH3 | PH75/M | PH3 | PH75/M |
Mounting Base | BA2 | BA2/M | BA2 | BA2/M |
Power Supply | DS5 + CPSA |
These Laser Module Mounting Kits contain all of the components needed to mount and power our laser modules (i.e., a power supply, an adapter for powering CPS lasers via USB, and a hex key to secure the laser module to the mount). A region-specific adapter plug is shipped with the DS5 power supply unit based on your location. For Ø8 mm housings, choose the CPSK1(/M) kit, and for Ø11 mm housings, choose the CPSK2(/M) kit.
Please see the table in the upper right for a list of components included in each mounting kit. For alternate mounting options, please see our selection of mounting adapters above (adapters compatible with this kit must be externally SM1 threaded). For individual power supplies, including a 5 VDC external battery pack, see below.
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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CPSK1/M | NEW! Ø8 mm Laser Diode Module Mounting Kit, Metric, 100/240 VAC | $215.00 | Today |
CPSK2/M | NEW! Ø11 mm Laser Diode Module Mounting Kit, Metric, 100/240 VAC | $215.00 | Today |
CPSK1 | NEW! Ø8 mm Laser Diode Module Mounting Kit, Imperial, 100/240 VAC | $215.00 | Today |
CPSK2 | NEW! Ø11 mm Laser Diode Module Mounting Kit, Imperial, 100/240 VAC | $215.00 | Today |
The DS5 is a 5 V, 2 A regulated power supply with a USB 2.0 Type-A female port that can be used with any USB-compatible device that accepts a 5 VDC output. A region-specific adapter plug is shipped with the DS5 power supply unit based on your location.
The CPSA USB 2.0 to 2.5 mm Phono Cable is a low-noise 70" (178 cm) long adapter cable with an on/off switch designed to connect a CPS laser module to the recommended DS5 power supply unit (sold separately).
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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DS5 | 5 VDC, 2 A Regulated Power Supply with USB Type-A Port, 100/240 VAC | $23.56 | Today |
CPSA | NEW! USB 2.0 Type-A to 2.5 mm Phono Cable for CPS Laser Diodes, 70" (1.78 m) Long | $42.00 | Today |
Thorlabs offers the CPS1 Battery Pack for powering our CPS laser modules and other USB-powered devices. The CPS1 battery pack outputs 5 VDC at up to 2 A, and offers 10 000 mAh capacity. A fully charged CPS1 battery pack can power any CPS laser module for at least 36 hours of continuous operation. The pack includes a USB-to-Micro-USB cable for charging and a custom USB-to-Phono cable for powering the CPS laser module. To activate the battery, simply push the power button once. The pack may be charged using standard 5 V USB chargers for portable devices or using a computer USB port. While the battery pack is charging, it can still supply power to an attached laser module.
The CPS1 Battery Pack also includes an LED flashlight adjacent to the micro-USB port. The flashlight is activated and deactivated by holding the power for two seconds.
When connecting the CPS Diode Module, the module and adapter should be connected first. Then the adapter cable should be plugged into the isolated power supply to avoid a short circuit in the phono jack. Please note that the USB adapter included with this battery pack is not intended to be used with power supplies that are not current-limited or isolated from ground, such as some computers or laptops.
Part Number | Description | Price | Availability |
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CPS1 | Customer Inspired! 5 VDC Battery Pack for CPS Laser Diodes, 10 000 mAh | $41.29 | Today |